Section 7. Powers and functions of the Rehabilitation Officer

In addition to the powers and functions prescribed under the Act, the Rehabilitation Officer shall have the following powers and functions, namely:- (i) To ensure effective implementation of the Act at district level or city levels; (ii) To co-ordinate with all Government Departments to build inter-sectoral linkages on beggars or indigents protection and rehabilitation; (iii) To supervise and monitor all Rehabilitation Homes in the district; (iv) To co-ordinate with NGO’s and citizens of the district to ensure effective rehabilitation of beggars & indigents; and (v) To perform such other duties as assigned by the Commissioner, from time to time. (2) The Rehabilitation Officer shall submit to the Commissioner a quarterly report on the progress of all activities undertaken in the Rehabilitation Homes of the district.